The Ethics of Hercules: A Study of Man's Body as the Sole Determinant of Ethical Values (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162612591)

The Ethics of Hercules is a philosophical study written by Robert Chenault Givler that explores the relationship between man's physical body and his ethical values. The book argues that the physical characteristics of the human body are the sole determinant of ethical values, and that this understanding is crucial for individuals to live a fulfilling and meaningful life. Givler uses the mythological figure of Hercules as a metaphor for the ideal human form and explores how this form influences ethical decision-making. The book delves into various ethical theories and concepts, including virtue ethics, utilitarianism, and deontology, and examines how they relate to physicality. Overall, The Ethics of Hercules provides a thought-provoking perspective on the role that the body plays in shaping our ethical values.1924. Condemning the notion that values of life are to be derived �������from above,������� the author shows that every ethical judgment is to be explained as a reaction to an exciting stimulus. Not only is human conduct the result of external and internal stimuli upon the human boy, but even our notions of right and wrong are derived from the reactions of our nerves and muscles to the various stimuli which excite them.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Robert Chenault Givler
ISBN-10: 1162612592
ISBN-13: 9781162612591
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 214
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.08lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.45d